Lab Manager/Life Science Research Professional 3

The Ashley Lab within the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Stanford University is seeking a Lab Manager/Life Science Research Professional 3 to perform complex functions and activities involved in defined research projects, and independently conduct a major portion of the research projects. The Ashley lab is focused on the science of precision medicine. We develop methods for the interpretation of whole genome sequencing data to improve diagnosis of genetic disease and to personalize the practice of medicine. We are particularly interested in the extremes of human performance. We try to understand how the human heart develops, contracts, adapts, and fails. We study failing hearts and we study the fittest people in the world. We have a wet and dry lab so we take advantage of cell systems, transgenic models and models of disease to chase down targets and prove causality. Therapeutic development is a near term goal and several of our discoveries are the focus of patents or are being actively pursued by pharmaceutical and biotechnology partners. Our group is one of the most diverse on campus - from mathematicians to molecular biologists, undergrads to junior faculty, physicists to genetic counselors.

Duties include:

Design research approaches for a major portion of research project(s), including background research, experimental design and execution, problem-solving, and writing up for publication

Develop new protocols; test and evaluate a variety of approaches

Perform complex (lab and/or field) experiments, and maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes; analyze and interpret research data resulting from original procedures and methods

Assist with new research proposals and applications for funding and grants

Lead or participate in multidisciplinary teams across different faculties or schools

Prepare periodic progress reports or written reports on all phases of the research project

Contribute substantively to the preparation of papers for publication, especially in the results section. May be a co-author on publications. Present ongoing work and findings to colleagues at academic conferences

Perform ongoing literature review to remain current with new procedures and related research; propose new research directions based on new advances discussed in literature

Oversee supply and equipment budget under minimal supervision of principal investigator or business manager

Work with health and safety department to ensure lab complies with regulations and all required trainings

Formally supervise and train new staff or students as needed, including hiring, performance management, and related duties, in addition to instruction on techniques and consultation on project work

* - Other duties may also be assigned DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

5 or more years experience mentoring or supervising the day-to-day aspects of students' research projects

Experience with protein or polypeptide purification and assessment

Experience with in vitro motility assay and calcium sensitivity assays

Experience with directing and coordinating large genotyping and sequencing projects

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor's degree in related scientific field and five years of related experience, or master's and two years of related experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles

Expert level knowledge and skills in field of science related to research project

General computer skills, experience with databases and scientific applications, and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs

Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stand, reach above shoulder level, and move on hard surfaces for up to eight hours

Ability to lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds

Ability to work in a dusty, dirty, and odorous environment

Position may require repetitive motion

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

May require working in close proximity to blood borne pathogens

May require work in an environment where animals are used for teaching and research

Position may at times require the employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present

Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, protective clothing and gloves, and possibly a respirator

May require extended or unusual work hours based on research requirements and business needs

WORK STANDARDS (from JDL)

Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations

Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu

Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.